Coral Restoration Foundation™

2025 is here, and it’s time to push our coral restoration efforts even further. Before we dive into the new year, let’s take a moment to reflect on the progress made in 2024. From successful outplanting missions to building connections within our coral community, it’s been an impactful year filled with growth and achievement. Take a look at these photos to see how far we’ve come—and join us as we continue the journey in 2025! Photos: Coral Restoration Foundation™ #CoralRestoration #MarineConservation #ReefRestoration #LookingAhead

Coral reefs are essential to the health of our oceans and the well-being of coastal communities around the world. This year, we’re doubling down on our mission to restore these ecosystems and protect their future. Collaboration is key, whether through partnerships, education, or innovative restoration techniques, we believe that working together is the only way forward. Let’s make 2025 a turning point for coral reefs and the oceans we all depend on. Here’s to a year of collaboration, innovation, and hope for coral reefs and our planet. 📸: Coral Restoration Foundation™ #CoralRestoration #MarineConservation #Sustainability

Reflecting on a year of incredible progress and gratitude—2024 has been filled with major milestones in coral restoration, from successful outplanting efforts to memorable events like Coralpalooza. We’ve learned, connected, and grown through conferences, coral spawning collaborations, and more. A huge thank you to our team, partners, and supporters for making this year unforgettable. We’re excited to keep the momentum going into 2025! Photo: Coral Restoration Foundation™ #CoralRestoration #MarineConservation #Gratitude #LookingAhead

This #MeetTheTeamMonday, meet one of our dedicated reef restoration associates! Gracia Schry KEY WEST REEF RESTORATION ASSOCIATE Diving into a Career in Marine Conservation
 As an AAUS Scientific Diver and Scuba Instructor, Gracia’s roots as a professional diver have deeply influenced her love for marine conservation. She finds purpose in sharing the wonders of the underwater world and contributing meaningful work to the scientific community. Her dedication to coral restoration was sparked during internships with NOAA and Mote Marine Laboratory, where she cultivated a passion for protecting and restoring local marine ecosystems. A Mission Close to Her Heart
 Gracia joined Coral Restoration Foundation™ shortly after earning her B.S. in Marine Resource Management from The College of the Florida Keys. As part of the CRF™ team, Gracia is honored to give back to the coral reef ecosystems that have fueled her underwater passions. She plays a vital role in restoring coral reefs in the Key West area, combining her technical expertise and passion for the ocean to make a lasting impact. Beyond the Reef
 In her free time, Gracia expresses her love for the ocean through underwater photography, capturing the beauty and complexity of marine life. Her creative perspective not only highlights the importance of coral conservation but also inspires others to cherish and protect our ocean ecosystems. Photos: Coral Restoration Foundation™ #CoralRestoration #MarineConservation #KeyWest #Diving #MarineBiology #ReefResilience #Scuba #CoralReef

The Coral Restoration Foundation™ Exploration Center will be closed from December 19, 2024, through January 5, 2025, as we take a holiday break. During this time, we’ll pause operations, including "Re:Store" orders and visitor services. We appreciate your patience and support and look forward to welcoming everyone back on January 6th, 2025, refreshed and ready to continue making an impact for our coral reefs. Wishing you a peaceful holiday season filled with hope and inspiration. 🪸💙 #CoralRestoration #Sustainability #HappyHolidays

At Coral Restoration Foundation, we're focused on restoring coral reefs to support diverse marine life. Healthy reefs provide essential habitats for fish like parrotfish, wrasse, surgeonfish, and even the unique orange filefish (Aluterus schoepfii), which can be frequently seen in our coral nursery. 🪸 By rebuilding coral structures, we’re creating sustainable environments where marine life can thrive, supporting both biodiversity and the overall health of our oceans. Photo: Alex Neufeld for Coral Restoration Foundation™ #WildlifeWednesday #MarineConservation #CoralRestoration #SustainableOceans #OceanHealth #ReefRestoration #Biodiversity

Shaping the Future of Coastal Resilience in St. Croix Coral Restoration Foundation™ is proud to announce a $319,962 grant from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation and NOAA: National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration as part of their $139 million investment in nature-based solutions across the U.S. and its territories. This 18-month project focuses on Long Reef in St. Croix, identified as one of six priority sites in the USVI Restoration Plan, with the Virgin Islands Coral Reef Advisory Group, due to its proximity to Christiansted and its importance for shoreline protection. In collaboration with Designer Ecosystems, we are piloting a hybrid approach that combines traditional coral restoration with innovative “reef-mimicking” structural enhancement technologies. Key deliverables include: - Producing and outplanting 5,000 corals - Generating an Ecosystem Impact Assessment to inform site selection - Initiating the permit process for novel restoration solutions - Hosting three public presentations/webinars to engage and inform the local community This project will enhance coastal resilience, improve fish and wildlife habitats, and create a model for scalable restoration solutions. With nearly $400,000 in combined funding, this milestone highlights the power of innovation and collaboration. Thank you, NFWF and NOAA, for your commitment to impactful conservation. #CoastalResilience #CoralRestoration #USVI #Innovation #Sustainability

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What an inspiring and energizing experience Reef Futures 2024 has been! Thank you Coral Restoration Consortium for organizing such an inspiring gathering! We couldn’t be more proud of our dedicated staff who attended the conference, sharing our hard work and innovative efforts with a global audience. As Phanor Montoya-Maya, our Restoration Program Manager, said: “Reef Futures restored more than my motivation; it restored my belief that what we’re doing is meaningful and necessary.” We were also fortunate to reconnect with both current and previous interns—it was such a beautiful reunion and a testament to the lasting impact of the work we do together. Now is the time to continue uniting, refining our methods, and ensuring a sustainable future for coral reefs and the communities that depend on them. Video: Coral Restoration Foundation™ #MarineConservation #CoralRestoration #Sustainability #ReefFutures2024 #ClimateAction #ProudTeam

Gifts That Give Back to Our Reefs It’s the perfect time to give back to the ocean while giving meaningful gifts this holiday season. But hurry—TODAY the last day to order, as our Re:Store and Exploration Center will be closing for the holidays soon. Use code CORALCHEER10 to take 10% off your ENTIRE order before it’s too late! Why shop the Re:Store?
 ✅ Sustainable, ocean-inspired products ✅ Gifts that support coral restoration
 ✅ A chance to give meaningful presents that matter Start shopping here: https://restorecoral.com/
 Remember: After December 19th, our Exploration Center will be closed for the holidays! Photo: Ashley Zeitchick for Coral Restoration Foundation™ #CoralRestoration #MarineConservation #Diving #marinebiology #Holidays #GivingSeason